Give your little one the chance to fly. With Little Adventurers every Thursday and Sunday morning your littlest flyers (ages 5/under) put their abundance of energy to good use. They get to safely bounce and play with other kiddos. Cost: $9.99 for one hour, $15.99 for two hours, or choose our Elite Membership for $14.99/month […]

Tickets: $10-$18 Buy tickets: GREAT LAKES LOONS HOME GAMES Schedule: Aug 8 at 7:05 PM - vs West Michigan Whitecaps Aug 9 at 7:05 PM - vs West Michigan Whitecaps Aug 10 at 7:05 PM - vs West Michigan Whitecaps Aug 11 at 7:05 PM - vs West Michigan Whitecaps Aug 12 at 7:05 PM - […]

There's nothing like going to the farmers market and picking out fresh fruits and veggies. This interactive Discovery Depot will let your little one pretend that they are doing just that. Fill up baskets with play produce and checkout at the register. Join your child in some learning fun with early literacy activities and imaginative […]

The Wooden Covered Bridge Labor Day Walk this year will take place at noon, Monday, September 2. This event will begin on the east side of the bridge. Walkers will arrive approximately five minutes later at the Fischer Platz outdoor café, located at the southwest corner of the Bavarian Inn Restaurant. Once there, all in […]

There's nothing like going to the farmers market and picking out fresh fruits and veggies. This interactive Discovery Depot will let your little one pretend that they are doing just that. Fill up baskets with play produce and checkout at the register. Join your child in some learning fun with early literacy activities and imaginative […]

Come read, laugh, and play at our story time program designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. Our story time provides active young children and their caregivers with stories, fingerplays and songs based on simple concepts, repetition, and lots of movement. Learn More: TALES FOR TWOS Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:30am - 11:00am

September 5, 2023 4:30pm-5:30pm Every fairy needs a house to live in! Join us to paint your own ceramic fairy house!   Learn More: PAINT A FAIRY HOUSE

There's nothing like going to the farmers market and picking out fresh fruits and veggies. This interactive Discovery Depot will let your little one pretend that they are doing just that. Fill up baskets with play produce and checkout at the register. Join your child in some learning fun with early literacy activities and imaginative […]

Toddlers (and parents!) are invited to join us for Wee Wednesdays! Wee Wednesdays is a bi-monthly program held from 10 to 11 am on the first and third Wednesday of the month. During each session, wee ones will gain skills in art, reading, critical thinking, and tactile development. Each session will be a new project […]

Register to make a cute fall scene under glass.  All supplies are provided. Registration for this event will close on September 4, 2023 @ 12:00pm. Register here FALL SCENE UNDER GLASS September 6, 2023 3:30pm-4:30pm

This free student event is available for students in grades 3-8. Facilitated by Center Staff members and supported by STEM Education Scholars, students will engage in a combination of guided activity and free maker play. Registration for upcoming dates will open roughly two weeks prior. Fall Dates September 6 and 20 October: 4, 18 November: […]

Family Storytime Nights begin this September with a Yoga Storytime! Join us as we welcome Keri Kenney, owner of Alignment8 and wellness educator. Keri will be talking about her job at Alignment 8, sharing a story and leading us in gentle movements. Dress comfortably, and please bring something to sit on, such as a blanket […]

There's nothing like going to the farmers market and picking out fresh fruits and veggies. This interactive Discovery Depot will let your little one pretend that they are doing just that. Fill up baskets with play produce and checkout at the register. Join your child in some learning fun with early literacy activities and imaginative […]

Come read, laugh, and play at our story time program designed for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. Our story time provides active young children and their caregivers with stories, fingerplays and songs based on simple concepts, repetition, and lots of movement. Learn More: TALES FOR TWOS Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:30am - 11:00am

Need to know how to surf the web without falling flat on your face? Want to use your technology on the internet without fear of getting a virus? Come learn with us! Register: BROWSING BASICS FOR BEGINNERS Thursday, September 7, 2023 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children ages 5-12 are invited to join us at Sage Branch Library for Sharpie Tie-Dye Bags Thu, Sep 7 at 5:00 pm. Tie-dye a tote bag using permanent markers and rubbing alcohol. Registration for this event will close on September 7, 2023 @ 4:45pm. Register here SHARPIE TIE-DYE BAGS  Thursday, September 7, 2023 5:00pm - […]

Register: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS Thursdays at 6-6:45 PM Fridays at 10-10:45 AM

People have used plants for food, medicine, and enjoyment throughout history. Join CNC staff for a casual trail walk to discover the uses, names and other folklore of a variety of plants. Meet at the Visitor Center FREE | Ages 15+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: WHAT'S IN A NAME? FLOWER FOLKLORE 9/7/2023 6:00 PM - […]

Join us for the Annual Frankenmuth Auto Fest, a 3-day event full of food, fun, music, and cars. It started years ago in the St. Lorenz Parking Lot. Over the years, it grew into an event with over 150,000 people visiting. Friday night is the Big Block Party on Main Street. It is welcome to […]

This program is designed for parents to take a guided walk with their child, learn about the outdoors and learn ways to introduce children to the natural world around them. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 6 mos-2 yrs w/adult Learn More: WEE STROLL 2nd Friday of the month April-Oct, 9:30-10:30 am

Register: MUSIC FOR MUNCHKINS Thursdays at 6-6:45 PM Fridays at 10-10:45 AM

Drop-in storytime fun! We can't wait to have you join us for stories, music, crafts, games, and more! Learn More: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Fridays at 10:30am - 11:00am

There's nothing like going to the farmers market and picking out fresh fruits and veggies. This interactive Discovery Depot will let your little one pretend that they are doing just that. Fill up baskets with play produce and checkout at the register. Join your child in some learning fun with early literacy activities and imaginative […]

Dig deep as you uncover the many layers of our planet and investigate how Earth has changed over billions of years. Explore volcanoes, earthquakes, and geological records that showcase the astounding history of planet Earth. Recommended for kids in grades PreK - 5 $4 per person and FREE for Museum Members Learn more: DOWN TO […]

What's more fun than exhilarating music, electrifying lasers, and glowing in the dark? During GLOW, you get to fly to new heights, defy gravity, and soar through our obstacles while glowing under our black light. Cost: Elite Membership for only 14.99/month, or purchase 2 hours for $27.99. Learn More: GLOW NIGHT Fridays at 7 PM […]

The Experimental Aircraft Association invites you to drive or fly in to the Midland Jack Barstow Airport for a morning of aviation fun and a delicious breakfast! Come see the aircraft on display from the chapter as well as those that fly in while you enjoy pancakes, sausage, eggs and our FAMOUS homemade doughnuts. Kids […]

Migrating birds use CNC as a rest stop for their journey to wintering grounds. Join an Interpretive Naturalist to learn about fall migration and how to ID birds in their nonbreeding plumage. Loaner binoculars are available. Meet at the Visitor Center. FREE | Ages: 9+, under 18 w/adult Learn more: BIRD HIKE 9/9/2023 8:00 AM - […]

Join us for the Annual Frankenmuth Auto Fest, a 3-day event full of food, fun, music, and cars. It started years ago in the St. Lorenz Parking Lot. Over the years, it grew into an event with over 150,000 people visiting. Friday night is the Big Block Party on Main Street. It is welcome to […]

Visit Johnson's Pumpkin Farm for a fall family experience. Corn maze, Petting farm donuts pumpkins craft shop Learn more: JOHNSON'S PUMPKIN FARM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 AT 9 AM – 7 PM

Come be a part of citizen science and learn about the amazing Monarch Butterfly, the only true migratory butterfly. With the cooperation of the monarchs and the weather, we will net the butterflies, give them a checkup, apply a tiny tag and then send them on their 2,000-plus mile journey to Mexico for their winter […]

Dig deep as you uncover the many layers of our planet and investigate how Earth has changed over billions of years. Explore volcanoes, earthquakes, and geological records that showcase the astounding history of planet Earth. Recommended for kids in grades PreK - 5 $4 per person and FREE for Museum Members Learn more: DOWN TO […]

September 9, 2023 10:00am-2:00pm Come be a part of citizen science and learn about the amazing Monarch Butterfly, the only true migratory butterfly. With the cooperation of the monarchs and the weather, we will net the butterflies, give them a checkup, apply a tiny tag and then send them on their 2,000-plus mile journey to […]

Join us for a memorial service, fire truck rides, special presentations (including our partnership with the Saginaw River Marine Historical Society regarding the 1990 Jupiter Tanker fire), and more. There is a special Memorial Sept 9 at 10 am - all first responders and their families are (especially) welcome, and any member of the public […]

Learn more: FOUNDERS DAY September 9 at 10 AM - 5 PM September 10 at 12 PM - 4 PM

Preschool Storytime at Zauel Memorial - every Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:00 Learn More: PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Saturdays at 10:30am - 11:00am

There's nothing like going to the farmers market and picking out fresh fruits and veggies. This interactive Discovery Depot will let your little one pretend that they are doing just that. Fill up baskets with play produce and checkout at the register. Join your child in some learning fun with early literacy activities and imaginative […]

Design a personalized mug and card for your grand in honor of National Grandparent's Day. Register: GRANDPARENT'S DAY CRAFT Saturday, September 9, 2023 11:00am - 11:45am

Wild migratory birds are on their way to warmer weather! Join us to wish them well on their journey. Cost: Infants 11 months and under: FREE Children ages 1-17: $7.00 Adults: $7.00 Learn more: SAGINAW CHILDREN'S ZOO September 9 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

In an effort to increase accessibility to the museum, we have extended our regular hours to include Saturday afternoons Noon-5pm starting this week, for FREE! We look forward to welcoming you and yours into our gem of a museum to explore our collection, exhibitions, and gardens. Brought to you through the generous support of The […]

In preparation of the 2023 October, 15th Annular Solar Eclipse we will host a fun and educational program and every person that attends will get a pair of eclipse glasses for viewing the solar eclipse. This program is for kids ages 5-12 and children under age 7 need an adult helper. This program will be […]